Political Quotes

Jimmy Carter

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Jimmy Earl Carter served as the 39th President of the United States from January 20, 1977, to January 20, 1981. A member of the Democratic Party, he previously held the office of Governor of Georgia from January 12, 1971, to July 1, 1975. During his presidency, Carter focused on human rights, energy conservation, and the Camp David Accords, which led to a peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. His administration also faced significant challenges, including the Iran Hostage Crisis and economic difficulties marked by inflation and unemployment.

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Oct 6, 1980

This bill represents a reasonable approach to the broad advancement of fusion research and technology.

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Oct 6, 1980

It is a distinct honor for me this morning to be able to welcome to our country President Shagari of the great nation of Nigeria.

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Oct 6, 1980

I'm convinced this act will reduce the suffering of millions of Americans who are robbed of satisfying lives by mental illness.

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Oct 6, 1980

I was honored to visit the people of Nigeria on that occasion.

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Oct 6, 1980

We hope that this delay in getting out of the car will be matched by your delay in leaving our country.

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Oct 5, 1980

I do not intend to lose this election, and I want to know: Will you help me?

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Oct 5, 1980

The actions that you take will literally decide the lives of millions of people in our country and indeed throughout the world.

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Oct 5, 1980

We still must have your leadership, your voice, your dedication, your energy, and your spirit.

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Oct 5, 1980

America's strength doesn't come from giant corporations; it comes from the work and the ingenuity and the dedication and the skills of American workers.

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Oct 5, 1980

The best weapon is one that's never fired in combat, and the best soldier is one that never dies or sheds his blood on the field of battle.

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Oct 5, 1980

I'm determined to make this dream of America a living and a breathing reality.

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Oct 5, 1980

I'm very eager to see these issues debated during the next 4 weeks.

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Oct 5, 1980

I'm determined that we'll continue this progress to make sure that our Nation is independent on energy.

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Oct 5, 1980

I'm particularly proud of the one thing that you produce best, and that's good Democrats.

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Oct 5, 1980

I want you all to remember what Adlai Stevenson said: 'You have to vote like a Democrat if you want to live like a Republican.'

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Oct 5, 1980

I tell you that there is much more at stake in 1980 with me versus Governor Reagan than there was in 1976 in the election between me and Gerald Ford—much more at stake.

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Oct 5, 1980

I have great confidence in the sound judgment of the American people.

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Oct 5, 1980

Having good schools, good transportation systems, and good jobs, and not having a disruptive society also helps substantially.

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Oct 5, 1980

I do not intend for it to end by turning the Government of the United States over to people whose political philosophy and views about this country are directly contrary to everything in which I believe.

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Oct 5, 1980

This election is one that involves the future, perhaps as much as any election I ever remember.

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